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goldent

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14. You need to look at supplements in an logical and informed way...

Thu Apr 4, 2013, 07:40 PM

Apr 2013

I always read the research (the actual papers, not some marketing stuff) before taking them. Most supplements that I have looked into did not seem nearly as promising after ready the studies. I think probably people take too many - the main concern is whether they do any harm. I take one supplement because studies show it does have a small but real effect, and it is for a condition that is important to me.

In general, I have to say that "Big Pharma" has done wonders for my life, and particularly the life of my parents. I understand it has its problems, but I can't criticize it too much.

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What are your favorite places to buy supplements? [View all] Celebration Jan 2013 OP

locally wherever it's cheapest eShirl Jan 2013 #1

(Other) If I buy any I get them at the nearest Co-Op 2naSalit Jan 2013 #2

I grow my own.... but wait, don't I have to be in Colorado or Arizona.... nevermind. nt 2on2u Jan 2013 #3

Supplements AC_Mem Jan 2013 #4

Puritan's Pride is USA made, free shipping, and good price - all on internet. patricia92243 Jan 2013 #5

Yes always happy with their stuff Freddie Jan 2013 #9

So-called supplements are drugs, unregulated, often dirty, drugs. longship Jan 2013 #6

What about supplements that were recommended by a medical doctor? eShirl Jan 2013 #7

Well, it depends, I guess. longship Jan 2013 #8

You need to look at supplements in an logical and informed way... goldent Apr 2013 #14

Local chemist. I get Vitamin D and calcium on prescription. LeftishBrit Feb 2013 #10

Mostly Vitacost. astral Apr 2013 #11

I buy anything Sgent Apr 2013 #12

Pureformulas.com womanofthehills Apr 2013 #13